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BV13 UCU

2013 Ford Grand C-max

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

167,326 mi
Last recorded167,326 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Ford Grand C-max63,729 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV13 UCU
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 167,326 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2024 152,989 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 152,821 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 138,835 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 171,894 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 171,642 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 132,705 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 123,080 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 123,057 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 110,816 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 110,816 miles

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both rear (2.4.G.2)

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both Rear (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 84,887 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 57,356 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre close to tread wear indicators

How Reliable is the Ford Grand C-max?

Based on 431,851 MOT tests across 39,255 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
7,433
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
39,255
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,835
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,694
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BV13 UCU is a 2013 Ford Grand C-max in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2013 Ford Grand C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 63,729 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Grand C-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,835 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV13 UCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Grand C-max typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 13 years old, this Ford Grand C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV13 UCU?

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What year was BV13 UCU registered?

BV13 UCU is a 2013 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 26 March 2013.

Is BV13 UCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV13 UCU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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